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Dow Lucurell Obituary
Palm Springs - Born January 28, 1964, he passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July 19, 2018 in his sleep following a fall in his Magnolia home. He was the owner of UPTOWN ESPRESSO shops located throughout Seattle. Born in Seattle, Dow attended Queen Anne High School prior to its closing in 1981, then obtained his high school diploma from the University of Montana where he continued his college experience. He was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity.
Dow was the son of Lynn and Bob Lucurell and the brother of Drew Lucurell (Chris), all of Magnolia. He is also survived by his cousins Mike (Tevy) and Sean Dowling. An accomplished golfer, Dow played at Rainier Golf & Country Club in Seattle and O'Donnell Golf Club in Palm Springs where he was the club champion in 2009,2010 and 2011. Dow was a wonderful companion to a generous gathering of family, high school, college and business friends. He was a very humorous and giving person, a voracious reader and an avid traveler. He will be missed by his employees and all that knew his loyalty, sincerity and honesty.
Dow participated in several philanthropic organizations including many years as a Big Brother, but his great love was youth sports. He would have appreciated any remembrances be directed to his friend, Father Jose Milian of St. Anthony's Parrish, Holy Trinity Catholic School, 2315 N. Cedar St., Spokane, WA 99205-4333. Trinity School is building a new, much needed gymnasium to benefit grades K— 12 and Dow supported this endeavor and Fr. Jose's efforts to fund the project. At Dow's request, there will be no services.
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Charlie. Manger
September 3, 2021
Dow worked with me at the Magnolia Albertson's store. He started as our bag boy - and his charming way with each customer really made a huge difference.
We continued our separate ways, but would check-in now and again. I spent years working abroad, so would return and grab coffee at Uptown Espresso just to catch up on things with Dow.
We smoked some pretty fine cigars in our day and dreamed big dreams, and laughed loudly, heartily, deep to our cores.
I was reading about the Lower Q.A. location of Uptown Espresso closing and it made me think of Dow. Then I saw he had passed unexpectedly back in 2018. Sad to hear this news - we had many more stories and laughs to enjoy on this earth. But I know we'll have more of these when we meet up again in heaven.
All the best to all who loved Dow.
Charlie Manger
Krista Dong
February 18, 2019
Dear Drew, very sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My thoughts with you and your family. Krista
Michael Klebeck
September 4, 2018
So sorry to hear the news of your loss. I just found out and I'm remembering all the early coffee years at the Melrose Building. My prayers are with all of you!Michael and Georgette
Michele Brisker
August 18, 2018
Dearest Lynn, Bob and Drew,
I just can't believe that I just came across Dow's obituary. I had no idea. Barbara Kirk has been communicating via Facebook but I haven't been very active lately. Dow will always have a tender spot in my heart. Such a naturally nice genuine guy reflecting the love that you all lavished on him. Be encouraged by 1st Thessalonians 4:13-18. Love Michele and Mijohni
August 11, 2018
Dear Bob and Lynn, Our deepest sympathies for the unexpected death of your son Dow. Can't imagine the pain you are going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Frank and Margaret Isernio
August 1, 2018
Steve
July 29, 2018
I knew Dow as a customer of Uptown Espresso on Lower Queen Anne. With him at the helm, it has been my favorite coffee shop in the world. He always had a kind word and treated his customers like old friends. I was always impressed by how much he gave to the community. My condolences to his family and loved ones, he will be missed!
Linda Turman
July 27, 2018
Some of my fondest childhood memories are playing with Drew and Dow, and the rest of our little Perkins Lane gang. The memories are flooding back. To Bob, Lynn and Drew - my heart is heavy with grief. I wish there was some way to ease your pain during this devastating time. We were lucky to have such a beautiful and free childhood.
Every time I was in Seattle, I'd go to Uptown Espresso hoping to run into Dow. He was elusive! (plus, best coffee in town)
RIP dearest Dow. Much love to YOU and your family. I hope Lobo gave you a big hug.
July 27, 2018
I am truly sorry for the loss of your loved one. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your entire family and friends. Please know that the God of all comfort has loving concern for you at this time, Psalms chapter 147 verse 3. I know you will miss your precious loved one every day, may God give you strength, peace and loving memories during this difficult time. Ann Smith
Gary Johnson
July 27, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.
Gary and Denise Johnson, Pleasanton, Ca
July 27, 2018
Remembering your great love story today and always.
Benjamin
July 26, 2018
I was really looking forward to being in cahoots with Dow and and a couple of our friends for a project in Palm Springs. We would have rocked this place. He was sharp and on the edge, where he expected us to be.
Gloria Curry
July 26, 2018
Heartbroken is not even going to touch the depth of pain that is felt with your loss Dow. I hope that you had some idea of how deeply you were loved. I know that hearing the words made you uncomfortable but I, more than once, said them anyway. You played such a big part in so many of our lives. We may not have agreed on everything. I knew from our last encounter that you realized the bond of true caring and friendship never, EVER, fails. I would help you in any way I could simply because I loved you no matter what water may have flowed under the bridge.
I will miss you my kind, generous, stoic friend but I will not say goodbye because I know that we will see each other again.
Say hello to Hoops for me :)
Lindsay Butler
July 26, 2018
Rick and I are so sad we will not be seeing Dow's smiling face around Magnolia any more. Our hearts go out to the Lucurell family and Dow's many, many friends.
Wishing everyone peace--Lindsay B. and Rick C.
July 26, 2018
A pleasure to have met you Dow on my trips to Seattle and Rainier Country Club and of course on your visits to Ireland with Roger and the Boys. You great character and fun living camaraderie will be sadly missed in Seattle and in Killarney. May your feet thread softly on the Fairways of Heaven Dow.
Brendan Keogh
Wayne and Mary Lou Schuver
July 25, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.
Scott Bleakney
July 25, 2018
Our family lived up the street from the Lucurells. My brother and I just spent a few minutes reminiscing about the times we shared with Dow and his brother Drew growing up in Magnolia. Those fond memories of him and his family will always be with us. We would like to share our condolences to the family.
Dino Gerry
July 25, 2018
Dow, my pyzon! Really gonna miss you! Things are gonna be different without you! I know you are resting in paradise! Oh yea and practicing 10ft putts, best putter inside 10ft that I ever played golf with! I played yesterday and thought you before every putt.. 29 total putts yesterday, shot 76.. you were there in spirit brother! You will be missed! ❤
New York Vinnie Richichi
July 25, 2018
i am heartbroken this afternoon as I have learned of the sudden untimely death of one of the best people I have ever had the chance to know. Dow Lucurell owned Uptown Espresso on Queen Anne as well as several other spots around Seattle.. I used to get my happy meal when I worked mornings at KJR...a triple espresso a large coffee and a cinnamon scone. That's were I met Dow. We always talked sports and as we got to know each other talked about life and the national condition. The guy was a great Sonics fan as well as a Seattle Reign and later Storm fan. I believe he used to scrimmage with the Storm. When i was let go from KJR, I used to sit for hours at Uptown working my cell phone and looking for what was next. Dow was always there to encourage me, to hand me coffee cards because he knew times were tight and to be a good friend. The Queen Anne Uptown was like a family and Dow was the poppa. Even though I haven't seen Dow for a few years his kindness, his friendship in a very tough time in my life and his letting me be a part of his circle of pallies while watching life go by sitting at a table at Uptown has never left me. Dow made me feel welcome and at home in Seattle. His death leaves a hole in the heart of everyone who knew him. My deepest condolences to his family.
Theresa Baker-Savereux
July 24, 2018
I am so sad to hear the news of Dow's passing. I was lucky to know him growing up in Magnolia as his family was great friends with my best friends Family. I have a lot of childhood memories with Dow and his brother Drew , when I think of Dow there was always laughter and joy his eyes would open up wide with excitement for whatever the new adventure was . He always loved people and loved knowing what was going on he was interested in people genuinely . I had dinner with his family a few years ago we had not seen each other in many many years and it was so fun to catch up it was a dinner that I won't forget . My heart goes out to Lynn and Bob and Drew, I know how much he was loved by you all . Dow was someone who will be hard to forget, May all your memories of happy times put smiles on your faces and warm love in your heart . Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Heaven must be a wonderful place to take him so soon hopefully he's golfing his best game there smiling down on us all . Love and hugs to the Luc's! ❤
Bev Richdale
July 24, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and Dow today and always. Love and hugs to you all.
My fav pic he gave me to prove how cute he was as a kid
Mark Anderson
July 24, 2018
You were a GREAT buddy, Dow. I'll be forever changed for knowing you and your thoughtful, generous, gruff, tender sides. Missing you so much.
Heidi and Herta Grenzner
July 24, 2018
Always a good listener,caring and funny. We will miss you.
LeRae Lee
July 24, 2018
I see you in heaven, greeted by Poncho and Buck and all of your beloveds who passed before you. You had one of the kindest smiles.
Lucurell family, my deepest condolences and love to all of you.
KAREN Merriman-Copeland
July 24, 2018
Dow was so kind to me during a terribly difficult part of my life, he was truly a grand human being. I am profoundly sorry for your loss.
July 24, 2018
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. May the God of all comfort make your hearts firm at this difficult time. Find comfort in the words found at 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17
Debbie Paulsen
July 23, 2018
We love you Dow. You will forever be in our hearts. Love and hugs to the Lucurell family.
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